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12 SUNDAY, JANUARY 26, 2020 THE MORNING CALL
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PATHSTONES OFFERS WELLNESS TO
LIVE IN YOUR OWN HOME FOR LIFE
athstones is a membership-based program with Pathstones, Phoebe is
for independent adults 55 and over. The pro- able to offer another choice
Pgram is an innovative approach for senior living to individuals who wish to
designed for people who wish to age in place in age in their homes. When
their homes. Pathstones combines features of well- care is needed, members
ness coordination and long term care insurance into have access to Phoebe ser-
one custom plan. The Pathstones wellness coordi- vices, but also maintain the
nator works with members when they are healthy freedom to receive services
to help them maintain their wellness. Then as their at other organizations of
needs change, the wellness coordinator serves as their choice.
an advocate and care coordinator, ensuring that Pathstones is a continuing care retirement com- good health and not in need of any health ser-
any care needed is provided by qualified caregivers. munity without walls. As such, instead of moving vices. The current average age of membership is
Additionally, depending the plan selected, Path- into a retirement community, members stay in their 74. Membership requires a review of two years of
stones can cover the entire cost of care. homes while receiving many of the benefits that liv- medical records and a personal in-home health as-
The majority of people 55 and over wish to re- ing in a retirement community provides. Members sessment. Additionally, members must be financially
main in their homes as they age. Pathstones works are encouraged to participate in monthly activities qualified to be able to pay the one-time member-
with members to ensure their wishes are met, while such as museum tours, nature walks, and have ac- ship fee, and ongoing monthly fees.
providing peace of mind to both members and their cess to Phoebe campus amenities like the indoor Living well as you age requires planning well.
families in knowing that a professional is looking pool at Phoebe Berks or the expansive dining op- Statistics indicate that over 70% of people who are
out for them. And by paying today for tomorrow’s tions at several of the campuses. 65 or over will need some type of long term care.
health care costs, member assets are preserved so Pathstones members say they enjoy knowing Pathstones can help ensure that members not only
that they do not need to worry about how to pay that their children will not be burdened with caring receive the care they want, where they want it, but
for care if and when it may be needed. for them as they age. Their health is their respon- also helps ensure that paying for the care will not
Pathstones is part of the Phoebe Ministries sibility, not their children’s. A Pathstones member- deplete all of their assets.
organization. Phoebe was founded in 1903 and has ship is a life-long partnership, and Pathstones serves To learn more, please visit our website
a rich history of improving the lives of older adults. members wherever they call home. at PathstonesByPhoebe.org and register for
Phoebe recognizes that people want choices and To become a member, an individual must be in one our educational seminars.

Plan Well to Live Well

Pathstones by Phoebe can make this possible!

Pathstones is a membership-based,

continuing care at home program
designed to support your vibrant

lifestyle while preparing for

life’s uncertainties.

Discover how you can enjoy peace

of mind knowing you have a care

partner for life by attending on of
our educational seminars!

610-794-6700 • PathstonesByPhoebe.org